Summary:
The Harrison Hills City school district in Ohio operates two schools: Harrison Central Elementary School and Harrison Central Junior/Senior High School. Both schools have consistently ranked in the bottom half of Ohio schools over the past few years, with the elementary school in the bottom 40% and the high school in the bottom 35% statewide.
The data shows that both schools face significant challenges, with high chronic absenteeism rates of 29.1% and below-average performance on state tests across multiple subjects and grade levels. For example, in 5th grade science, the schools scored 51% proficient compared to the state average of 63.4%. Additionally, the schools have a 2-star rating out of 5 from SchoolDigger, indicating they are performing below average compared to other schools in Ohio.
The high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, as evidenced by the free/reduced lunch rates of over 48% at both schools, may contribute to the schools' struggles. The relatively low spending per student, at $10,597 for the elementary school and $9,352 for the high school, suggests a potential need for increased funding and resource allocation to improve educational outcomes. Addressing the systemic issues, improving attendance, and providing targeted support for economically disadvantaged students will be crucial for the Harrison Hills City school district to enhance the quality of education it provides.
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